Medical Xpress: Radiology
MARCH 7, 2024
The hippocampus—a seahorse-shaped region of the brain that plays a particularly important role in cognitive aging and memory function—has been studied as a singular region for several years. However, until now, there has been a gap in understanding the factors underlying age—or disease-related changes between the different regions of the hippocampus, or subfields.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
MRI-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) therapy can successfully treat prostate cancer for those at intermediate risk, a study published March 5 in Radiology found. Researchers led by Sangeet Ghai, MD, from the University of Toronto in Canada found that MRgFUS led to no adverse effects and negative follow-up results two years after treatment. “Additionally, there was no significant decline in quality of life per the validated questionnaires,” Ghai and colleagues wrote.
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Imaging Technology
MARCH 7, 2024
christine.book Thu, 03/07/2024 - 12:30 March 7, 2024 — Augusta, GA-based Wellstar MCG Health reported it has implemented Exo Works, a point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) workflow software from Exo , a medical imaging software and devices company, to simplify and streamline ultrasound exam documentation, billing, quality assurance (QA), and education at the point of care across its healthcare system.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
Davin Korstjens. In 2023 compared with 2022, the total volume of positron emission tomography (PET) scans increased 10.2% year over year, according to the newly published IMV 2024 PET Market Summary Report. In 2023, the average number of PET scans per fixed PET site (versus mobile PET) increased 6.7% from 1,401 estimated PET scans per system in 2022 to 1,495 in 2023.
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Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
MARCH 7, 2024
With technology developed at UC Riverside, scientists can, for the first time, make high resolution images of the human spinal cord during surgery. The advancement could help bring real relief to millions suffering chronic back pain.
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Imaging Technology
MARCH 7, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 03/07/2024 - 20:17 March 7, 2024 — Siemens Healthineers has launched an app designed for Apple Vision Pro that enables users such as surgeons, medical students, and patients to view immersive, interactive holograms of the human body captured through medical scans in their real-world environment. Visualizing the renderings through the app could assist in surgical planning and medical education, or help patients visualize procedures.
Health IT Analytics
MARCH 7, 2024
The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA)-Reports, a set of 10,000 machine-readable pathology reports, may bolster large language model applications in oncology research.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 7, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 03/07/2024 - 20:10 March 7, 2024 — GE HealthCare will showcase its industry-leading portfolio of artificial intelligence ( AI )-enabled medical devices and digital solutions in Booth 2500 at the Health Information and Management Systems Society ( HIMSS ) Global Health Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, FL from March 11-15, 2024. In the U.S., clinicians spend nearly twice as much time working with electronic health records as working with patients.i This challenge is only increas
ScienceDaily
MARCH 7, 2024
Gastrointestinal surgeries carry risk of fluid leaks, a potentially life-threatening complication. But no existing methods can reliably and non-invasively detect these leaks. To address this unmet need, researchers developed a tiny, soft, flexible sticker that changes in shape inside the body, enabling standard ultrasound tech to detect leaks for earlier detection and intervention.
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Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 7, 2024
christine.book Thu, 03/07/2024 - 12:56 March 7, 2024 — Software company Proscia , a provider of digital and computational pathology solutions, has announced that Pramana, Inc. , an AI-enabled health tech company, is now a Proscia Ready partner. Pramana, headquartered in Cambridge, MA, joins the partner alliance to help life sciences organizations and diagnostic laboratories increasingly leverage enriched, high-quality data, including DICOM images, in their routine research and clinical operation
Diagnostic Imaging
MARCH 7, 2024
In joint consensus recommendations issued from the Society of Abdominal Radiology and the American College of Gastroenterology, researchers discussed key pearls, benefits, and limitations of CT angiography for imaging of overt lower GI bleeding and CT enterography for detecting small bowel bleeding.
Imaging Technology
MARCH 7, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 03/07/2024 - 20:07 March 7, 2024 — The Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ) announced a new award. The RSNA Outstanding Community Impact Award will recognize an individual in the radiological sciences who has made exceptional contributions to patient care and health care delivery through service to the community. The inaugural award will be presented during the RSNA 2024 annual meeting in Chicago.
Diagnostic Imaging
MARCH 7, 2024
Emerging research with low-field MRI shows that persistently moderate to severe opacities were a common finding in patients up to two years after having acute COVID-19 pneumonia.
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About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.
Radiology Business
MARCH 7, 2024
Remember when X-ray abandoned cumbersome film once sleek digital suitors showed up? It happened little by little, not all at once. In much the same way, radiology datasets are leaving cramped hardware spaces for the inexhaustible, ever-flexible expanse of the cloud.
Health Imaging
MARCH 7, 2024
Siemens Healthineers designed the Cinematic Reality app as an educational tool that can also be used for care planning.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
DeepTek.ai plans to highlight its Augmento X-Ray computer-aided detection (CAD) algorithm at the upcoming Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) meeting in Orlando next week. The company's deep learning algorithm for chest x-ray reporting is designed to relieve workforce pressure on radiologists by automatically identifying, categorizing, and highlighting suspicious areas.
ScienceDaily
MARCH 7, 2024
Scientists can make high resolution images of the human spinal cord during surgery. The advancement could help bring real relief to millions suffering chronic back pain.
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Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.
Diagnostic Imaging Systems
MARCH 7, 2024
Diagnostic Imaging Systems (DIS), a leading provider of state-of-the-art imaging solutions for the veterinary industry, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming VMX Veterinary Meeting & Expo, taking place from January 13 to 17, 2024, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. At booth 668, DIS will unveil its latest advancements in diagnostic imaging technology, offering veterinarians and industry professionals an exclusive opportunity to explore the company’
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
Healthcare information technology (HIT) services provider Calyx announced it will merge with Invicro and acquire 100% of the company from Realm IDx. The two firms will integrate to "span the complete R&D lifecycle from discovery through research and development to post-marketing, across a number of areas including imaging biomarkers, core lab services, analytics, and software,” Calyx CEO David Herron stated in an announcement.
Diagnostic Imaging Systems
MARCH 7, 2024
Introduction : In the past decade, veterinary medicine has witnessed a transformative shift with the adoption of digital radiography systems in place of traditional film-based methods. This transition promises a myriad of benefits, ranging from improved image quality and diagnostic accuracy to enhanced workflow efficiency. For veterinary professionals contemplating the switch to digital radiography, this article offers essential guidance to ensure a seamless transition.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
Enterprise imaging firm Sectra reported revenue growth for its third quarter of 2024. For the period (end-January 31), the company posted net sales of 694 million Swedish krona ($67.9 million U.S.), up 19.6% compared with the same period last year. The company's recurring revenue for its third quarter accounted for 434.7 million Swedish krona ($42.5 million) of net sales, up 22% compared with the previous year.
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Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.
Diagnostic Imaging Systems
MARCH 7, 2024
Diagnostic Imaging Systems Unveils Advanced Veterinary Imaging Solutions at Two Key Conferences in February Diagnostic Imaging Systems is gearing up for a significant presence at two notable veterinary conferences this February—the 127th Annual Meeting of the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA) in South Minneapolis from February 7-10 and the 96th WVC Annual Conference in Las Vegas from February 18-21.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in upstate New York will deploy AI software from Eon to increase its lung cancer screening offerings in the greater Buffalo area. Eon’s Eon Patient Management (EPM) software will be used to longitudinally track and manage lung cancer screening patients, Roswell Park said. The cancer center noted that in New York state, only 6% of people eligible are being screened for lung cancer with simple low-dose CT (LDCT) exams.
Diagnostic Imaging Systems
MARCH 7, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of veterinary medicine, technological advancements continue to play a pivotal role in enhancing patient care and diagnostic capabilities. One such innovation that has transformed the way veterinarians approach imaging is the evolution of portable x-ray units. These compact and versatile devices bring diagnostic imaging to the forefront of animal care, offering unprecedented flexibility and efficiency for veterinary professionals on the move.
AuntMinnie
MARCH 7, 2024
The Medical Imaging Drugs Advisory Committee (MIDAC) has voted in support of the benefit-risk profile of Lumisight. During a March 5 meeting, MIDAC members voted 16 to 2 in favor of the company’s recent new drug application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Lumisight optical imaging agent for breast cancer and a premarket approval application (PMA) for the company's direct visualization system.
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As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?
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